
Helen Leahy
Helen Leahy serves as the chief executive of the local Ngāti Rangi tribe trust, where she has been actively involved in supporting families affected by the mill closures. She emphasizes the broader community impact of job losses, particularly for Māori families who have deep historical ties to the region.
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Ngā Waihua o Paerangi Trust (Ngāti Rangi) pou ārahi Helen Leahy said whānau would have been better prepared with earlier warnings.
Ōhakune residents demand answers after reservoir runs dryThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-08-10
Helen Leahy is the chief executive of the local Ngāti Rangi tribe trust.
The rural towns fighting for survival as New Zealand grapples with a growing exodus | New ZealandThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2025-12-17










